Tim's Spectacular Iceland Tour Package

Introduction

Iceland is a sparsely populated country with a rugged terrain. It is famous for its spectacular sceneries, but very few people have been there, because of logistic challenges. Being familiar with the ground handlers in Iceland, I am pleased to bring you this tour, which takes you to all the fabulous sights on the island nation.

The Spectacular Iceland Tour Package comprises a 9-day basic itinerary and a 13-day extended itinerary. You may sign up for the 9-day tour or the 13-day extended tour. These tours include return flight from KLIA to Iceland via Amsterdam, but if you wish, we can provide you with just the ground arrangement (in which case, you will meet up with the rest of the group at the appointed date in Kaflavík International Airport, Iceland.

Spectacular Iceland
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Anjali Kiggal

Departure Date: 23 October, 2016

Itinerary

Day 1: KLIA - Transit City
Depart KLIA 11:30 pm for Amsterdam or Paris.

Day 2: Transit City - Iceland
Our tour begins at Kaflavík International Airport. We take you on a route to the south west of Iceland. We will visit Strandarkirkja, a church believed to have a special power to aid success or provide good luck. Then we follow the snaking coastline past rich farming fields and deserted communities, with breathtaking sea views to our left.

We will drive to the Reykjanes peninsula, where in the middle of a desolate lava field we will enjoy a dip in the famous Bláa lónið or Blue Lagoon (Blue Lagoon bathing fee 60 EURO is at your own cost), a unique wonder of nature with pleasantly warm mineral-rich geothermal water. From there, we return to Reykjavík, where the evening is at your own leisure.

Check into hotel nearby.

The Blue Lagoon
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Vestman


Day 3: Reykjavík - Þingvellir - Geysir - Gullfoss
Start the day by visiting Hallgrímskirkja Church and The Sun Voyage. Onwards to Þingvellir National Park, World Heritage Site, where the world's oldest parliament met for centuries on the shores of Iceland's largest lake.

We continue through farmlands to the geothermal fields of geysirs with bubbling mud pools and the reliably erupting Strokkur fountain geyser. Last but not least, we visit the dramatic two-tier Gullfoss waterfall, a spectacular sight in winter when it is held frozen in mid-cascade. Overnight at Selfoss.

Breakfast: hotel
Lunch: Either roasted pork or curry mutton (depending on the day menu)
Special dinner: Icelandic meal- Rib bone and Fish & Chips.

Strokkur Fountain Geyser
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Andreas Tille


Day 4: South Shore - Eyjafjallajökull Volcano
We spend the day exploring the region close to the towering volcano Eyjafjallajökull, which is probably the most famous volcano in the world today. At the Volcano Visitor Centre at Þorvaldseyri Farm, located beneath Eyjafjallajokull, you will be able to see, both in pictures and on film, the eruption and its impact on the nearby countryside, the country itself and the world.

Next, we follow the coast line, and make a stop at the spectacular waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss.

Then it's onwards to Reynisdrangar beach, to view the extraordinary rock formations and thundering waves of the Atlantic Ocean. From there, we pass by Vík.

On the way we cross over Eldgjarhraun lava field, which at 19 cubic metres is the world's biggest lava field from historic times, and cross over some glacial rivers. Next we cross over Eldhraun which at 13 cubic metres is the world's second biggest lava field from historic times in the world, before continuing to the village of Kirkjubæjarklaustur, situated in a very interesting landscape where you could look at Kirkjugólf, a specific columnar formation.

Your accommodation for the night will be arranged in the area surrounding Kirkjubæjarklaustur.

Breakfast: hotel
Lunch: Fish & Chips

Day 5: Skaftafell, in Vatnajökull National Park and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon - The East Fjords

From Kirkjubæjarklaustur we take a drive over to the big glacial rivers which give you a good view up the Vatnajokull glacier towards Hvannadalshnúkur, Iceland's highest peak, and other glaciers around this part. You can take a glacier hiking tour with a guide, to walk to the edge of the Skaftafellsjökull glacier (get ready with water proof shoes because crossing icy cold water is necessary) which offers a view of the Skaftafellsjökull and Svinafellsjökull glaciers.

Our tour continues to Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon, a 180-metre-deep lagoon where you can enjoy a boat tour to spectacular views the icebergs. (The fee of the boat tour EUR90 is at your own cost) On this excursion you sail among the huge icebergs with the picturesque scenery of Jökulsárlón. On the boat you get to taste the 1000-year-old ice and if you are lucky you might even see some seals.

After that, we drive through the spectacular East Fjords with its towering mountains and charming fishing villages as you head to the fertile Egilsstaðir area.

Your accommodation for the night will be arranged in the area surrounding Egilsstaðir.

Breakfast: Hotel Seljalandsfoss at sunset
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Ævar Guðmundsson


Day 6: Egilsstaðir - Dettifoss waterfall and Lake Myvatn
Our tour continues along the national ring road until we reach the turn off onto the road to Dettifoss, a truly magnificent waterfall. After enjoying the sight of the mighty waterfall, we proceed to Mývatn. The nearby crater pool is a good place to stop and take a few photos, and also very nice to see the colourful sulfurous slopes of Namaskard and Krafla volcanic area. The early evening is a good time to explore the highlights of Lake Mývatn. Some of its unique attractions is the pseudo craters at Skútustaðir.

Do not miss Hverfjall (also known as Hverfell) which is a tephra cone or tuff ring volcano with a crater approximately 1 km in diameter. It is a very easy hike to the rim (giving you a great view of the whole area).

If time allows we might take a look at Grjótagjá, a small lava cave with a thermal spring inside, the water temperature is about 42°C. Or, if you want to be a little bit more sophisticated, try Jardbodin, a geothermal spa (also known as Mývatn Nature Baths). Finally, you will need to head towards Akureyri. Your accommodation for the night will be arranged in the Akureyri area.

Breakfast: Hotel

Guests on the 9-Day Spectacular Iceland Tour continues to Day 7 below, while guests on the 13-Day Spectacular Iceland Extended Tour click here for extended itinerary.

Day 7: Depart to Transit City
Breakfast at hotel. Change to new hotel, then free at own leisure or join some optional tours. Recommended tours:

1. Into Glacier & Ice Cave - Euro 180
2. Whale Watching - Euro 100

Day 8: Transit City - Home Country
7:45 am depart Iceland, 12:45 pm arrive Amsterdam; 4:05 pm depart Amsterdam.

Day 9: Home
8:45 pm arrive Kuala Lumpur.

13-Day Spectacular Iceland Extended Itinerary

Day 7: North Iceland and Akureyri - Osar - Reykjavík - Keflavík

Today you have the opportunity to take a whale watching tour, departing from Husavik in the morning. This is an optional tour at 100 Euro, at own cost.

The best time for whale watching is from May to September, as the wildlife in the bay is at its highest peak. This is the time when the Minke whales are at their most abundant, along with the white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises and humpback whales, giving us the chance to enjoy and understand them in their natural environment.

Our sighting success on previous tours is 91.40% however the cetacean abundance is unpredictable and varies with the food availability of our shores. The most common cetacean in the area are the Minke whales, White-beaked Dolphins and Harbour Porpoises and occasionally we see other species including the Humpback whales, Killer whales/Orcas and even Fin whales.

In the afternoon, we will visit Hvíserkur, a 15 m high monolith which stands just offshore from the land of Ósar. Many bird species live there and the rock bears their mark, as it is white from all the bird droppings. Today your route will take you south through Borgarnes where you will overnight there.

Breakfast: Hotel

Day 8 Borgarnes - Rif
This morning you may join optional tour to explore the Ice Cave by walking into Glacier with a Monster Truck (EURO165 at own cost). It is a once in a life time experience to enjoy one of the world's greatest wilderness, Iceland's second largest glacier, from the inside! Never before the Langjökull ice tunnels, has anyone been able to see the beautiful blue ice at the heart of an ice cap glacier. You will get to drive in a specially modified snow truck on the glacier, explore the glacier environment, enjoy a view out of this world and go INTO the glacier to experience the glacier's beauty from the inside!

Then visiting the beautiful Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls at Reykholt and Iceland's largest natural hot spring, Deildartunguhver.

Next we will drive to the north western part of Iceland, to Rif. We pass the magnificent crater of Eldborg. We will see Gerduberg Cliffs. We end the day at Rif, which happens to be the best place to hunt for the Northern Light, or Aurora.

Breakfast: Hotel

Day 9 (18/9/16) Reykjavík - Snæfellsjökull National Park of Snaefellsnes peninsula - Bolungarvík
Today we will do some sightseeing around Snæfellsjökull National Park. First, we make a quick stop at Hellissandur to look at some peculiar rock shelters that might be the oldest man-made structures in Iceland. Next we stop at the black sand beaches of Djúpalónssandur and Dritvik. Then we proceed to Útnesvegur to view Lóndrangar. After that, we visit Arnarstapi to view the Bárðar Saga Snæfellsáss and stop at Gatkletur View Point. Our final stop is at the waterfall with the iconic mountain Kirkjufell as the backdrop, on our way from Ólafsvík. At the foot of the mountain is the peaceful little village of Grundarfjörður.

Then we drive to the far north western point of Iceland. Overnight at Bolungarvík.
Breakfast: Hotel

The Snæfellsjökull stratovolcano in the morning
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Axel Kristinsson


Day 10 (19/9) Bolungarvík - Reykjavík
The most popular visiting point in Bolungarvík is the top of Bolafjall Mountain. The place offers a staggering view over Ísafjörður, Jökulfirðir and some people say all the way to Greenland.

To get to Bolafjall mountain we have to drive up the road from Bolungarvík up the way to the radar station at the top. The station was built by the Americans but is now controlled by the Icelandic coast guard. The route is open from the middle of June until August or September. After a visit to Bolafjall, we will have a coffee break and a nice walk at the black sand beach in Skálavík.

Today, we will drive back to Reykjavik. In the afternoon, we will leave you shopping for souvenirs.

Breakfast: Hotel
Dinner : Chinese Menu

Day 11: Reykjavík - Keflavík
Today you are free and easy. We keep this day as free day for adjusting program according to some unforeseen circumstances. There are some places in town where you can visit, such as Penis Museum, Wheels Gallery, and etc. Days 12 - 13
Fly back to Malaysia. Arrival Home.

Package Details

The 9-Day Spectacular Iceland Tour and 13-Day Spectacular Iceland Extended Tour includes return flight from KLIA to Iceland, hotel accommodation, travel in 4x4 transport, and exotic tours per the itinerary above. You are accompanied by a driver-cum-guide speaking English and Mandarin. Meals as mentioned on above itinerary.

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